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History

The Shapiro Law Firm, LLC, was founded in 2009 by Aaron D.P. Shapiro, Esq. Aaron was frustrated with the bureaucracy and the profit-driven mindset of big law firms that put firm interests first, and set out to create a client-centered legal practice.

Aaron began this process by cutting out unnecessary costs in order to keep overhead low. Rather than splurge on a fancy office, Aaron sought modest office space. Rather than paying large amounts of money to a third party to advertise and market the firm, Aaron and his dog Philo walked up and down the streets of New York City promoting the new firm and handing out his business cards to anyone who was interested. His relentless and admirable pursuit to personally promote The Shapiro Law Firm, LLC, attracted much attention and ultimately enabled the firm to become the success that it is today.

A few years later, Amanda B. Shaffer, Esq., joined The Shapiro Law Firm, LLC, as an of-counsel attorney. Aaron is married to Amanda’s sister Jessica, but this is not another case of nepotism. Aaron ensured that Amanda worked to the level of excellence that he strives for in his own work. Aaron’s “tough love” attitude quickly shaped Amanda into a confident, outspoken and effective litigator. Competitive in nature, Amanda and Aaron’s unique relationship greatly benefits clients. By constantly challenging the other’s view points, we strike to make advancing client interests paramount. Clients frequently state that they enjoy Amanda and Aaron’s comedic banter and intelligent and effective legal debates.

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Attorneys

Founder

Aaron D.P. Shapiro, Esq.

Licenses: New York, Connecticut, United States District Court for the Southern District of New York, United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York, United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit

Aaron has lived in the tri-state area his entire life. Aaron is the owner and founder of The Shapiro Law Firm, LLC. In 2009, Aaron set out to create a law firm founded on honesty, integrity and accessibility. His goal is to advance each client’s interests within the bounds of the law.

Aaron attended Rutgers University, where he graduated with honors in 2005, focusing his studies on Political Science and Philosophy.

He attended the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, where he earned his Juris Doctorate degree in 2008.

Aaron resides in Connecticut, with his wife, two sons, and rescued dog, Philo. Aaron enjoys sailing his 1972 Pearson P26 sloop that he rebuilt with his brother, playing piano and guitar, working on cars and motorcycles, woodworking and vegetable gardening.

Education

Benjamin N. Cardozo School of LawJuris Doctor, 2008

Rutgers University

Degree: Bachleor of Arts (B.A.)

Majors: Political Science & Philosophy

Honors: Cum Laude, 2005

Activities & Hobbies

Rebuilding & Sailing 1972 P26 sloop sail boat

Working on cars & motorcycles

Woodworking

Vegetable Gardening

Playing Piano & Guitar

Rutgers & Giants Football

Yankees Baseball

Bar Admissions

• New York, Connecticut

Of-counsel

Amanda B. Shaffer, Esq.

Licenses: New York, New Jersey, United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit

Main Practice Areas: Immigration Law, Family Law, & Litigation

Amanda was born and raised in New York and currently resides in the Upper East Side with her boyfriend and two dogs. She joined The Shapiro Law Firm, LLC, as a legal assistant in August 2012, and was promoted to of-counsel in November of 2012, when she was admitted to the New Jersey bar.

Amanda enjoys working at The Shapiro Law Firm, LLC, because she is able to meet and engage with clients and make a real difference in people’s lives. Analytical by nature, there was never any doubt that Amanda was going to become a lawyer. She has always had a passion for debate and justice. Amanda thrives in the courtroom by fervently advocating for her client's rights.

Amanda understands the stress and uneasiness that clients feel when they have to attend a court proceeding or an immigration appointment. In order to reduce nerves, Amanda always attempts to connect with her clients by making jokes and taking their mind off of the stressful situation. Clients find that Amanda is easy-going, kind and pleasant to converse with. Most importantly, Amanda is able to empathize with clients from all over the world, enabling an honest line of communication that secures quicker and better results for her clients.

Amanda prides herself on honesty and integrity. She hopes that her commitment to law and justice is evident in her work product and fervently works to represent her clients' best ineterests.

Education

QUINNIPIAC SCHOOL OF LAW Juris Doctor, 2012

Concentration: Criminal Law

Honors: Cum Laude

UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN

Degree: Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), 2009

Majors: Sociology & Political Science (with a sub-concentration in law, criminology and deviance)

Activities & Affiliations

Dogs

Yankees Baseball

Michigan & Giants Football

Technology

Playing Softball & Snowboarding

Laughter

Bar Admissions

• New Jersey, New York

Licensed in New York + Connecticut + New Jersey

Website created by Amanda Shaffer and Manuel Leon Madrigal with contributions from Aaron Shapiro and icons8.com, for supplying all of the icons appearing on this site, all the images are from unsplash.com, pexel.com or freeimages.com.

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The Shapiro Law Firm is based on a unique practice model focused on maximizing efficiency and results. Clients work directly with attorneys who practice specific types of law, rather than generalists who handle a wide variety of cases. As a result, The Shapiro Law Firm offers representation at a fair price.